Reporting to the Volunteer Manager
Approximately 8 to 10 hours per week, including evenings and weekends
Minimum 1-year commitment
Must have regular access to email throughout the day
Work from home, volunteer position
Position Summary: Oversees volunteer activities in Edmonton. This includes directly recruiting, and orientating volunteers, and/or providing guidance, support, resources and tools to other coordinators who supervise volunteers. This position will require a close working relationship with Volunteer Manager in Calgary, as well as the Edmonton Foster Home Coordinator.
Responsibilities:
• Develop an understanding of the volunteer needs of the organization by working with program coordinators and Volunteer Manager.
• Implement recruitment strategies for both targeted and general recruitment; interview and screen potential volunteers, as required.
• Administer and ensure volunteer policies and procedures are being followed.
• Monitor volunteer performance and compliance with roles, responsibilities and policies through communication with volunteers and Volunteer Manager
• Supervision and evaluation of volunteers as required
• Ensure that volunteers work in a safe, healthy, and supportive environment in accordance with all appropriate legislation and regulations
• Implement formal and informal volunteer recognition activities to recognize the contribution of volunteers to the organization
• Attend meetings as required
• Maintain appropriate volunteer, forms, records and statistics; prepares regular reports and analysis.

How to Apply

Skills Required

• Experience in human resources, community development, or adult education considered an asset
• Experience in not-for-profit sector considered an asset • Genuine interest in animal welfare
• Proficiency in use of computers, including word process and database management; Strong administrative skills
• Personable and able to develop a positive rapport with volunteers with a diversity of experiences and backgrounds
• Self-motivated; Has the ability to set priorities and manage workloads